Da de las Culturas

Costa Rica celebrates Da de las Culturas on October 12th each year. This national holiday commemorates Christopher Columbus' first voyage and the discovery of the Americas. Costa Rica has changed the name of the national holiday from Da de la Raza to Da de las Culturas since 1994. This change honours the diversity of cultures that have contributed to Costa Rica's development and culture. Da de las Culturas is today a celebration of Costa Rica's legacy, colonization, and cultural variety.

This party is celebrated with a colourful carnival full of dance and cultural demonstrations the week before the 12th. You may watch dance and sing all across Costa Rica, but Limón is the place to be for the full Da de la Culturas experience. A wonderful time is almost guaranteed, and it's all in the name of history and cultural fusion. People will be lining the streets to cheer on the "beauty queens," marching bands, and vividly coloured costumes, as well as very colourfully clothed and well-coordinated dancing troupes. Tourists and locals alike flock out onto the streets during this time to be met by a vibrant mix of streamers, dancers, and celebrations.

Time: October

Location: Limon, Caribbean Coast